How to feed a child when the mother has a cough and cold; dont allow strangers to kiss or touch your child.

Because we all need to be informed so we can make an informed decision, I am posting this. While an adult won't be effected much if he or she contracts pertussis (a nagging cough that last 4-6 weeks) it is not so for unprotected infants. 50% of infants that contract pertussis will be hospitalized. I have attended conferences and asked professionals why this is an issue and have received many answers. I am linking here to the CDD site so you can make the decision about whether you need to be vaccinated against pertussis and if so when. CDD's update on the TDaP vaccine -